Education Committee
The responsibility of the Education Committee is to
promote Catholic education and formation activities for
all adults and children of the parish.
Contact:
Debbie Callahan
356-1519
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The Parish Library
features a varied collection of Catholic reading
material from best sellers to classics in theology.
Current issues of popular Catholic magazines, children’s
books, audio/visual and reference materials are all part
of the collection. Be sure to take advantage of this
excellent resource.
Contact: Kathleen Roselli
parishlibrary@sthenry.org
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 St. Henry School
The Home and School Association is an organization made
up of each family whose children attend St. Henry
School. It is a fun group of volunteers who participate
as Room Moms, Dining Hall Volunteers, Library
Assistants, Fund Raising Chairs and much more. It is a
great way to make new friends and participate in
stewardship.
The School Development Office is responsible for the
Annual Development Drive and the Annual Report, the
Pinnacle (school newsletter), Grandparent’s Day, and
several small funding programs.
Contact: Lynette Bailey at 352-1328 or
lbailey@sthenry.org
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Adult Education
Sessions present various topics from traditional
doctrines of Catholicism to subjects of spiritual
interest. Check weekly bulletin for dates and times.
Contact Information:
Mary Beth Hargrove 661-6080,
Debbie Callahan 356-1519 or email:
educationcommittee@sthenry.org
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Morning Scripture Study
This group meets informally after the 8:45 a.m. Mass on
Monday in the Parish Center Meeting Room for in-depth
study of the scriptures. All are welcome to come and
join in the discussion.
Contact Information:
Claire Calongne
mondaymorningbible@sthenry.org
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Baptism Preparation
Baptism Preparation Classes are held on the last
Wednesday of each month, excluding December. Parents are
asked to attend the class prior to their child’s baptism
and are encouraged to attend prior to the birth of the
child, if possible. Class is at 7 p.m. in the Parish
Center near the church office. Register by calling Linda
Large 352-2259
or email
llarge@sthenry.org
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Vacation Bible School
meets during one week in June. Vacation Bible School
takes place at St. Henry Church. Religious concepts and
scripture passages are taught through various activities
including drama, art, and music. Children who will be
entering Kindergarten through Grade 4 are invited to
attend. Adult volunteers lead the classes and
activities. There are classes for nursery and preschool
for the children of volunteers. Rising eighth graders
are invited to assist for confirmation service hours.
Contact Information:
Betsy Gromos and Kristin Hoback
353-0668 or email
reled@sthenry.org
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Rite of Christian Initiation (RCIA)
is the process by which adults and youth become members
of the Roman Catholic Church, as mandated by Vatican
Council II and approved by the US Catholic Conference
for the restoration of the catechumenate process.
CLICK HERE to download the Basic Information for
Inquirers form
CLICK
HERE to learn more about the RCIA process.
CLICK HERE
for
the 2009-2010 RCIA schedule.
Contact Information: Deacon Greg Meinhart 352-2766
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 Sunday Religious Education Sessions
Sunday Religious Education seeks to nourish the faith of
children and youth of the parish. This faith was first
celebrated at Baptism. Parents, as the primary religious
educators, help that faith to grow. On Sundays,
catechists continue this process of handing on the
faith.
During 9:00 Mass:
Classes for 3, 4, and 5 year-olds
From 10:10 - 10:55:
Classes for Grades 1-12
During 11:00 Mass:
Classes for 3 and 4
year-olds
*Watch the bulletin for registration times It is
necessary to register before coming to class.
DOWNLOADABLE REGISTRATION FORMS:
Grades 1-12
Preschool-3, 4, and 5 year olds
Downloadable brochure-Religious Ed 2009
**Please bring form on Registration Day
(no emailing)
Directors of Religious Education:
Betsy Gromos and
Kristin Hoback 353-0668
reled@sthenry.org
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St. Henry Church
• Invites
You to Experience
Fall Session
Celebrating the Christian Mystery -
Sacraments
October 4, 2009 - November 14, 2009
If you could not attend last years sessions, but would like to
participate this year, sign up on September 19-20th after all Masses.
A journey together through
The New United States Catholic Catechism
"Why Catholic?" references the Catechism throughout the sessions, to view the on-line Catechism
click on the link below and type in the paragraph number
www.kofc.org/publications/cis/catechism/index.cfm
Contact
whycatholic@sthenry.org
for more information.
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Team Members |
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Linda Large |
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Dolly Millican |
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Parish
Coordinators
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Ceil Lennon |
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Paula Proctor |
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Sandy McCaffrey |
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Frank (Wish) Long |
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Mike Catalano |
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Therese Miller |
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Steve Biga |
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"Why Catholic?" is a
ministry of RENEW International. Use the MINISTRIES drop
down menu on the RENEW website to see information on
this program.
www.renewintl.org
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“Why
Catholic?” End of Session Dinner
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